1974 Lamborghini Countach vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 4,753 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (500 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (420 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Lamborghini Countach | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Porsche |
| Model | Countach | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4753 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 500 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
